Those looking for stories similar toSix of Crowsshould pick up onefantasyromance book fromFourth Wing’s publisher that boasts similar strengths to Leigh Bardugo’s beloved duology. Thanks to the success ofThe Empyrean Seriesbooks, Red Tower Books has become well-known for publishing stories thatperfectly blend fantasy and romanceelements. Some of the imprint’s novels have taken off more noticeably than others, but there’s one great one that will satisfy readers looking for a twisty heist narrative similar toSix of Crows'.
Bardugo’sSix of Crowsduology is part ofthe author’s larger Grishaverse, but it’s slightly more well-regarded than herShadow and Bonetrilogy andKing of Scarsduology. Among the strengths readers love aboutSix of Crowsare its morally complex cast of characters, suspenseful heist plot, found family elements, and entertaining banter. It can be difficult to find other books that check all these boxes, butone from Red Tower Books has all of those ingredients:Five Broken Blades.
Red Tower Books' Five Broken Blades Is The Perfect Six Of Crows Replacement Book
It Has Morally Dubious Characters, Found Family, & A Seemingly Impossible Mission
Five Broken Bladesby Mai Corland hit shelves in May 2024, and it checks all the boxes for a great heist story, making it an ideal follow-up toSix of Crows.The book follows six outcasts who come together to kill the king of Yusan, despite the fact that he’s said to be a god. Each of the main characters has their own motives for disposing of King Joon, and none of them can fully trust one another — an issue that complicates their seemingly impossible mission. These allies are all morally dubious in their own ways, but readers will still find themselves growing attached.
In spite of their inability to trust one another, the characters inFive Broken Bladesdo develop a found-family dynamic that fans of the Crows will appreciate.
And in spite of their inability to trust one another, the characters inFive Broken Bladesdo develop a found-family dynamic that fans of the Crows will appreciate.Corland’s book offers banter and romance within the confines of their shaky alliance, and that makes it an incredibly fun ride. There are also several surprising plot twists, which will keep readers devouring this story late into the night — and eager to dive into its sequel. The world-building and politics also feature similar elements and themes toSix of Crows.And now’s the perfect time to dive intoFive Broken Blades.
Five Broken Blades Gives Readers More To Look Forward To
There Are 2 More Books (& A Planned Spinoff)
Five Broken Bladesis a great post-Six of Crowsread because of how much the two books have in common, butit will also give readers more to look forward to— a relief given that there are no new Grishaverse books on the horizon.Four Ruined Realms,the sequel toFive Broken Blades,just came out in January. And the final book in Corland’s trilogy,Three Shattered Souls,is set to arrive in July 2025 (viaInstagram). These2025 fantasy sequelsmake it the perfect time to pick upFive Broken Blades.
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Corland has also teased a spinoff to the series while speaking withThe Nerd Daily,soFive Broken Bladeswill keep fantasy readers busy for a while. This is great news for anyone seeking out more novels likeSix of Crows.While another greatSix of Crowsreplacement came out seven years ago, Corland’s story is more in line with the romantasy trends that have become popular in recent years. The fact that it’s an ongoingfantasyseries also makes it much more exciting, as readers can fully immerse themselves in the world without worrying about the story ending too quickly.
